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2303, 2015

3 Crucial Components to Prepare for a Product Inspection

By |March 23rd, 2015|Product Inspections|

In order to effectively prepare for a product inspection, you must first begin with a thorough checklist. An inspection checklist is typically prepared by the buyer’s quality department or by a third-party quality control (QC) firm. The checklist should be completed before manufacturing starts and attached as an appendix to the purchase order and/or the contract. An inspector will utilize the checklist during the process as soon as finished products come off the assembly line so that they can catch issues early on.

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1703, 2015

What Assurance Can a Third Party Company Provide?

By |March 17th, 2015|Product Inspections|

Manufacturing companies can gain a great deal of assurance by outsourcing supply chain management to a value-added third party logistics (3PL) provider. This type of company offers services that a factory alone cannot. Third party logistics provides an all-in-one solution for assembly, packaging, warehousing, and distribution, and can maximize profitability through combined knowledge and resources. Key areas in which companies can benefit by employing third party providers include: […]

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903, 2015

Third Party Service Providers: Who to Hire, What to Ask

By |March 9th, 2015|Quality Products|

During the manufacturing process, third party auditors are often employed to verify conformance to standards through the review of objective evidence and confirm the effectiveness of quality management systems in manufacturing factories, compliance with social accountability standards and verification of a factory’s capabilities and capacity. They provide a new set of eyes to view the operation, without the natural familiarity that occurs over time with regular staff in their day-to-day routine. Third party audits verify compliance to specific regulations or standards; depending on the audit scope these may include environmental, safety and hazard, quality, or social areas of evaluation. Third party auditors document any findings during their assessment and may provide companies a Corrective Action Plan that will allow companies  the opportunity to address observations and  improve their practices in order to perform at the highest levels. They may also offer companies assistance in achieving continuous improvement in business performance and risk management by registering the management systems as meeting the standards of a management system’s third party accreditation standards. […]

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503, 2015

5 Lessons in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Applicable to Any Consumer Product

By |March 5th, 2015|Manufacturing|

Good manufacturing practices (GMP) are the practices required in order to conform to guidelines recommended by agencies that control authorization and licensing for manufacture and sale of food, drug products, and active pharmaceutical products (typically). These guidelines provide minimum requirements that a product must meet to assure that it is of high quality and do not pose any risk to the consumer or public. Here, we’ll cover five key lessons in GMP applicable to any consumer product.

  1. Clearly defined manufacturing processes

GMP covers all aspects of production from the starting materials, premises and equipment to the training and personal hygiene of staff. Detailed, written procedures are essential for each process that could affect the quality of the finished product. There must be systems to provide documented proof that correct procedures are consistently followed at each step in the manufacturing process – every time a product is made.   […]

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1002, 2015

Why is it Crucial to Conduct Top of Production Inspections?

By |February 10th, 2015|Inspections|

In manufacturing, issues arise constantly and for various reasons. The key to ensuring that issues don’t become catastrophic events is catching them early. That’s where Top of Production inspections come into play.

So, what’s the purpose of Top of Production (TOP) inspections and why are they important?

 

TOP inspections are performed on raw materials and initial samples respectively, in conjunction with product evaluations against pre-production pieces to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and client specifications. Product inspections at the start of production aim to help eliminate quality issues as early as possible, cutting potential costs, problems, and delays associated with problems discovered late in the development cycle. When 3% to 5% of the order is ready, a control on the first pieces out of the production lines is carried out as per pre-production samples, technical files, customer’s specification, and development history.

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402, 2015

What Do the Inspections Results PASS, FAIL, HOLD, and NOT READY Mean?

By |February 4th, 2015|Inspections|

When products are inspected, the result is the thing that matters most. It could be one of four things: Pass, Fail, Hold, and Not Ready. But, what does each really mean? Let’s discuss.

PASS

Although this may seem pretty self-explanatory, “Pass” means you’re in the safe zone. A product passes inspection when it follows your established AQL standards. This means there may be some defects found, but few enough that it is within the acceptable level. From inspecting raw materials in pre-production inspections through inspecting completed products in final random/pre-shipment inspections, each step needs to be completed with passing results in order for quality product to reach your customers.

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1301, 2015

5 Ordering Practices to Avoid

By |January 13th, 2015|Manufacturing, Sourcing|

Placing an order seems pretty straightforward, but there are actually plenty of ways one could easily mess it up. So, what kinds of things should you stray from when placing business orders? The following list outlines 5 ordering practices to avoid:

1) Don’t source solely on short lead times and cheap prices.

Unreasonably short deadlines create pressure; and, in order to meet those deadlines, suppliers end up scrambling to deliver on time, which often results in lower quality service. Furthermore, cheap doesn’t always mean ideal. Orders need to be well thought out and accomplish your company’s top priorities. Placing a subpar order demonstrates – above all else – carelessness.

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3112, 2014

Is Quality a Policy of Management?

By |December 31st, 2014|Quality Products|

When establishing your management policies, you need to prioritize what your company requires most. This may include resource planning or training. This could also include quality, but the big question is: Should it?

Before placing an order with your overseas suppliers, does your company review the buy with your quality needs in mind? Is quality incorporated into the management policies of your company? […]

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2312, 2014

What Should Be Included In A Pre-Shipment Inspection?

By |December 23rd, 2014|Inspections|

Your products, your clients, and your reputation should not, under any circumstances, be jeopardized. That’s why pre-shipment inspections are required and follow a specific set of guidelines. This time period is critical because it is the last opportunity to identify and correct issues on time. Inspections are meant to be thorough, so it’s important that you’re fully aware of all that should be included in a successful pre-shipment inspection. Here are some helpful reminders: […]

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1812, 2014

3 Crucial Elements in Pre-Shipment Inspections

By |December 18th, 2014|Inspections|

Why risk your product quality? Pre-shipment inspections are a very important tool for companies to ensure they are delivering the same level of product consistently and that they have promised their customer. Pre-Shipment Inspections can keep substandard product from being shipped and reaching your customer. There are three main elements to check during a Pre-Shipment Inspection.    […]

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